Maserati announces its presence in GT2 European Series in 2023

The Trident is back in competition. After the announcement of the arrival of the Italian brand in Formula E for the 2023 season, Maserati will also make its return to Grand Touring. The Stellantis group firm has announced its participation in the GT2 European Series next year, with its brand new weapon, the MC20 GT2.

MC20. Fanatec GT2 European Series Championship.
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- Maserati (@Maserati_HQ) July 26, 2022

Maserati will offer the MC20 GT2 to its customers and teams. The car is based on the road version of the MC20, produced since 2020. The return of Maserati to the circuit and to GT competition links the new era of the brand to the numerous victories obtained in the FIA ​​GT championships from 2004 to 2010. The Trident had notably won the 24 Hours of Spa three times with the MC12 in 2005, 2006 and 2008.

" A new start " for Maserati

Davide Grasso, CEO of Maserati, welcomed the return of the Bologna brand to GT competition. “We are driven by our passion, both on the road and on the track. We have a real international history in motorsport, so we are extremely proud to make our return with the extraordinary MC20. Motor racing has always been Maserati's natural habitat. Today, whether through the European GT2 championship or the Formula E, our brand takes a new start, from its roots and to build the future. »

Jean-Marc Finot, vice-president of Stellantis Motorsport, describes this return as a new milestone for Maserati. “With the MC20 GT2, Maserati Corse forms the link between the Formula E factory program and our road cars. This new step enriches Maserati's heritage and legitimacy in motorsport. The MC20 is a fantastic road-legal car. We are happy that our customers, driven by passion, enjoy getting behind the wheel. »

Here is the Maserati MC20 GT2 which will participate in the European GT2 championship next year © Maserati

Maserati GT2 – Characteristics and technical specifications 

Vehicle : 
• Racing car type car, not approved for the road
• Design from the Maserati Centro Stile
• Width/Height (mm) 2020* x 1220*
• Dry weight to be determined with a Balance of Performance (BoP)
• 3 liter FT120 fuel tank, FIA approved
• Fire extinguisher to FIA standards

Engine:
• Maserati Nettuno engine
• V6 90° biturbo
• 3000 cc
• Power to be determined with the Balance of Performance (BoP). 630 hp base engine under development
• Pre-combustion chamber with twin spark plugs (Maserati Twin Combustion, Twin Spark)
• Dry sump

Powertrain/transmission:
• 2-speed 6WD sequential racing gearbox, with steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters
• Racing clutch and limited-slip self-locking mechanical differential

Bodywork:
• MC20 GT2 racing kit
• High performance aerodynamics
• Multi-adjustable front and rear fenders
• High level of aerodynamic downforce
• LED headlights
• FIA approved rain lights
• Front and side windows in Lexan

Châssis:
• Ultralight central carbon fiber monocoque
• Safety cage approved by the FIA
• 3/4 on-board pneumatic cylinders

Freins:
• Racing brake calipers and ventilated racing brakes
• Custom brake cooling Rims
• Custom 18″ forged aluminum rims
• Central locking system accessories
• Slick tires

Suspensions:
• Double wishbone with semi-virtual steering axis
• Adjustable stroke shock absorbers
• Adjustable front and rear anti-roll bars

Interior:
• Adjustable racing cranksets
• Adjustable steering column
• 6-point racing seat belt
• Multifunctional carbon fiber steering wheel
• Rear view camera display (optional)
• On-board camera for video recording (optional)
• Dashboard and data acquisition system
• Driving performance optimization display (optional)
• Air conditioner
• Tire pressure monitoring system (optional)
• Racing ABS and adjustable traction control